July 11 and 12, 2012 – Adam and Queen will be performing at the Hammersmith Apollo in London. Tickets go on sale April 18 (direct link to HMV tickets). Here’s the press release: “Says a band spokesperson, “Queen acted immediately in looking for an alternative venue in an aim to avoid disappointing all those fans who had so desperately looked forward to seeing them at Knebworth. Coming in the lead into the Olympics, most of the venues they first approached were unavailable, being taken as official London Games 2012 venues. As the setting of some of the band’s best remembered concerts, the idea of returning to this historic Hammersmith venue really appealed to them.”

Tickets for Queen + Adam Lambert concerts at HMV Hammersmith Apollo on Wednesday July 11 and Thursday July 12 will first be available on a 24-hour presale to Queen Online subscribers, Queen Fan Club members and Sonisphere ticket holders from 9am on Tuesday April 17. Pre-sale details will be sent on to these communities separately via e-mail.

Inspired by the film Bully, in theaters now, the official #BullyList contains the top 20 most empowering songs crowdsourced by fans from around the world. 13 millions kids are bullied every year in America. 3 million will be absent due to bullying. Watch the movie today and join the movement: www.thebullyproject.com.

So I kind of have to share this story from the NNN. As we were leaving, the theater but still in the main seating area, Sauli was ahead of us, standing in a row in between chairs looking back at the stage. This guy in front of us stopped in front of him and said hi. The guy had been in the audience and had screamed “I love you, Adam!” when Adam first came on stage. Anyway, this dude starts really crying and telling Sauli how great of an example out gay celeb couples are. Sauli was so sweet and gave the guy a hug and said thank you. I didn’t want to stop and be awkward so I don’t know how long they talked. But it was so sweet.

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A NEWNOWNEXT STORY

Here’s a lovely note Juneau received from Lila of Adam Lambert The Official Unofficial Site, which was nominated for the NewNowNext Superfan Site Award. Lila and Carol represented the site at the event! It’s great to hear that Adam gets that the fandom is about community as well as about him.

“Carol and I were able to sit on the 7th row of the floor at the NNN awards and just before the show started Adam came in and sat in the front row. Even though we only had about a minute or two before show time we walked up to Adam and had a little conversation.

I have to admit it was a bit of a blur and I wish I had an audio recorder or something but here’s what I remember. We told him we were the nominees for the fansite and he said thank you and that he appreciates what the fansite’s do. I said we do it *for* him and that it was *all about* him. Well, you know how nice he is and had to share the love… he said no, it was a symbiotic thing.

I know you weren’t there to see it first hand, but I really do think he meant it for all of us fansites and not just ours. None of us could do it alone. I think it’s symbiotic not just between he and us but between all of us.”

@lliillaa: @cmhagey and I at the #NNNAwards before the show begins!

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RUMOR PATROL…

@Fanadama: FULL NCOE by ADAM LAMBERT played on Sirius XM Radio today 4-9-12! Never Close Our Eyes. OMG!!! On right now!! http://twitpic.com/97rcoj – Could this mean that NCOE is the next single?

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SUNDAY TWEETS

@TheIlluminati: Do you talk more about the past or about the future? It says a lot about where you’re headed.Retweeted by Adam Lambert

L.A. Slush – ⚡LINA IN LA⚡ LIVE STREAM VIDEOS FROM LOGOTV AWARDS & ADAM LAMBERT EXCLUSIVE“He played us three tracks off his cell phone and they are funky with a capital “F.” Dance floors will be pumping this stuff out guaranteed. He may even have to change his nickname from Glambert to Whambert, as the sound is somewhere in between George Michael and Michael Jackson… If you haven’t seen them yet, here are the two pics we tweeted the day of the interview and photo shoot, PLUS a bonus third shot (left) not seen before!”

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PRESS AND BLOG PICKS

Adam Lambert Obsession – Never Close Our Eyes – Stream with Lyrics“NCOE is an upbeat positive song with heaps of energy and delicious rock vocals. Having now listened to one of the acoustic versions, I think this studio version with all the excitement of the multiple build-ups works much better, despite missing that live quality in Adam’s voice. Though still different to what I was expecting and not the darkly humoured funk (which I think will be Shady) I’d been hoping for, I’m liking it a lot. It’s very catchy, sure to never leave our ears once we’ve heard it.

Fuse – HEAR ADAM LAMBERT’S BRUNO MARS-PENNED NEW SINGLE “Adam Lambert just unleashed the magnificently theatrical second single from his upcoming album Trespassing. Co-written by Bruno Mars and produced by the golden touch of Dr. Luke, “Never Close Our Eyes” is a satisfying negotiation between an electro-pop banger and romantic anthem. It’s the kind of song that’s tailored both for the dance floor and at home/in the car sing-alongs.”

PressParty“”This album borrows so much from my first pop influences. I was listening to George Michael, Michael Jackson, Queen – I know Queen aren’t Nineties, but that’s when I got into them – and house music.”…”There’s a lot of house’s darker atmospheres in the album too. ‘Never Close Our Eyes’ is a great dance song. It’s a little bit more dance than Bruno usually goes, so it’ll be a fun surprise for people.””

The Prophet Blog – Single Review: Adam Lambert “Never Close Our Eyes”“A return to dance-pop was inevitable for Glambert, but thankfully that big beautiful voice of his is still coming through loud and clear. “Never Close Our Eyes” may have the kind of production that you’d expect from a Flo-rida or Taio Cruz song, but Glambert still sings over the beat like a rock star and once again proves that he’s the best male pop vocalist in the game today.

The Home Planet – NCOE is Here. Bow down bitches.“So Never Close Our Eyes THE FULL VERSION is here and it’s pretty awesome. Who woulda thunk that you couldn’t tell how a song was gonna turn out by a DEMO and a 30 SECOND SNIPPET WITH OLD ASS PRODUCTION???!? Crazy!!” Ha ha ha!

OMFG Music – ADAM LAMBERT DEBUTS NEW SONG “NEVER CLOSE OUR EYES”“Hot, hot, hot! A glistening synth meets dubstep single produced by the master Doctor Luke finds Adam Lambert sounding better than ever. Even though his very impressive first single “Better Than I Know Myself” didn’t catch on, Lambert’s newest single “Never Close Our Eyes” sounds like a hit. ”

Bullies made school Ori’s toughest gig | Adelaide Now “Panagaris said the mean kids never crushed her dreams of becoming the most talked about female guitarist on the planet. “It was definitely difficult going through school,” she said. “I was bullied a lot about being a guitar player, being into different music and being a bit of a hippie. So I left school when I was 15 and did home schooling.

ArjanWrites – Listen to Adam Lambert “Never Close Our Eyes” [Single Review] ““Never Close Our Eyes” masterfully combines Lambert’s powerhouse vocals with Mars’ knack for writing catchy pop melodies and Dr Luke’s crisp production effort. Mixed to perfection and produced to a tee, the track is a flaming pop romp that will surely rule top forty radio all summer long. What’s particularly compelling about this new Lambert smasher is that Dr Luke’s energetic production stylings don’t compete with the strength of Lambert’s performance. In fact, Lambert’s rock vocals add a gritty dimension to Luke’s glossy soundboard work that fit the song’s narrative perfectly.“

EQ – Listen to “Never Close Our Eyes” by Adam Lambert“”Never Close Our Eyes” is without a doubt one of my favorite tracks from the new album and it has “summer anthem” written ALL over it! This song perfectly showcases Adam’s powerhouse vocals and has a beat that will drag you out onto the dance floor and keep you there all night.”

MTV – New Song: Adam Lambert, ‘Never Close Our Eyes’“Slated to appear on Adam’s forthcoming album Trespassing (due out May 15), “Never Close Our Eyes” was written and produced by Bruno Mars and Dr. Luke, which pretty much guarantees it’s going to No. 1 any minute now. That, and the fact that Adam’s vocals on this record are RIDIC.”

Idolator – Adam Lambert’s “Never Close Our Eyes”: Listen“First of all, we were sold on the hand claps alone. (We’ve always had a weak spot for them, you see.) And while the song boasts the slickest pop production since “Moves Like Jagger”, the selling point is, as usual, Adam’s angelic rocker vocals, which soar above and loop through the melody with ease.”

HitFix – Listen: Adam Lambert’s new single, ‘Never Close Our Eyes’“The mid-tempo love song, written and produced by Bruno Mars and Dr. Luke, has a grand, anthemic feel and is much stronger than first single, “Better Than I Know Myself.” The electro-pop feel sounds a little dated (even though we do it’s all the rage right now and it is part of Lambert’s sound), but we’d love to hear a remix that doesn’t have that.”

Hot 99.5 FANDIMONIUM: ADAM LAMBERT Fans… Uncensored!Toby Knapp invited our friend Bellina to contribute this post! “It’s finally 2012 and there is so much happening with Adam Lambert. The biggest news is the release of his second album “Trespassing” which is dropping May 15th. We have been waiting for this album ever so patiently (it’s been really hard I tell you)! I had the pleasure of meeting Adam recently at an intimate acoustic performance at the Hot 99.5 studios. He was very sweet and charming, intelligent and of course GORGEOUS! He performed his new single “Better Than I Know Myself” and an older favorite “Whataya Want From Me”. His voice was simply beautiful. By the way the “Better Than I Know Myself” video has gotten over 5,250,000 views. It’s NUTS!!

Russian Cosmo – Translation posted by @BertFolieadeux. “I work almost 24 hrs a day. In order to remain current in today’s music industry, one MUST work very hard! Imagine – I jump out of bed early every morning and work till late at night: lots of interviews, video shoots, recordings… But it is a happy place because I am doing what I love…I am living my dream and it’s a miracle.” Plus, he keeps horseradish sauce in his fridge!

CarterMatt – Adam Lambert’s second single from ‘Trespassing’ — ‘Never Close Our Eyes’““Eyes” is the song co-written by Bruno Mars, and it is a song that works both as an uptempo dance track as well as a pretty sweet acoustic jam…We really weren’t sure what song Adam was going to pick as his next single (his performance of “Trespassing” at the NewNowNext Awards had us leaning in that direction), but the song clearly has a strong radio hook, and the star power behind it may also help for promotional purposes in the all-important Top 40 Radio chart.”

The Hollywood Reporter – Adam Lambert Performing Four Shows With Queen This Summer“”We’re really excited about it,” Taylor says. “Adam… of course he has this unbelievable range, likeFreddie (Mercury) had range. Adam can really cover it. He’s an extraordinary singer and a real talent. I feel he fits into our sort of theatricality.” As for doing more with Lambert, Taylor says that “we’re just going to see what happens, how well it goes, how we get on.” He does acknowledge, however, that he and May have been approached to be part of the Summer Olympics closing ceremonies in London but adds that “I don’t think we’re meant to say too much about it yet.””

AOL.original – Paul Rodgers: Classic Rocker Talks ‘All Right Now,’ Adam Lambert and Becoming Canadian“Q. American Idol runner up Adam Lambert was set to front Queen at the band’s appearance for the now-cancelled 2012 Sonisphere festival at Knebworth. Do you think his stint on a televised talent show has prepared him for that high profile gig? A. It’s probably a dream come true for Adam, but I wonder if he has the groundwork to see him through a big tour with those guys.” …and, fans have set Rodgers straight!

evokeonline – Adam Lambert Trespasses at the NewNowNext Awards“All I know is that the performance has made my love for the 30-year-old stronger than it already was. I mean just listen to the way he belts out those lyrics; a sign of a true artist. He shows he can really entertain a crowd and command a stage. And can I just say that Adam’s style is as fierce as it can be.”

PopCrush – WATCH ADAM LAMBERT PERFORM ‘TRESPASSING’ AT NEWNOWNEXT AWARDS“Lambert was the biggest star at the awards ceremony and acted like it, owning the stage with swagger and attitude as he sang the in-your-face track…The song had more of a rock edge than the album’s lead single, ‘Better Than I Know Myself,’ with electric guitars, stomping drums and hand claps supporting his vocals.”

Neon Limelight – Video: Adam Lambert Performs “Trespassing” At 2012 Logo NewNowNext Awards“Did someone order a heaping dose of Adam Lambertoozing hot sex all over the stage? Well, your order is served. Adam and his band funked up the stage something amazing as he performed his new single, “Trespassing,” at the 2012 Logo NewNowNext Awards. The Pharrell Williams-produced jam features sexy electric guitar rifts, funky drum kicks, and Adam’s tasty vocals, all beckoning you to the dancefloor.”

@nilerodgers: I just listened to the mix of “Shady” and Adam is really singing his A$$ off. I think he redid the harmony vocals since I played on it!

Nile Rogers.com – The Adam Lambert Song “Shady” (PHOTOS)“The [Rolling Stone] journalist wanted to know what it was like to work with Adam. I explained to him that working with Adam felt comfortable and desperate at the same time. “Desperate?,” he asked. “In what way?” I said, “We only had a few hours to work because of both our schedules.” I was leaving town the next day as was Adam. Time was our enemy but because we had no choice we booked Avatar studio and just went in to get it done.”

Nick Racht Music ·Wow Sam Sparro threw down at his show…DOWN UNDER STYLE! Gosh the mixture of funk, soul, trance, and dance music just does the mind, body, soul, and everything else sooo good! Another smash with my paradise people Amanda, Lionel, Alex, Birdie, & TPace…oh yah and Adam Lambert too haha, that was a dope surprise!!! Yah Adam Lambert….that was the icing on the cake! SAM SPARROIZATION style last night…easily one of the best shows ever! — with Adam Lambert at Key Club.

R.R.R. – Translation by Miachihu (@miachihu) and Zinnia (@tiiqqu) posted at Adamtopia. “Last week I went to see the New Now Next Awards, it was absolutely amazing!!Amazing drag queen performances and of course the jewel in the crown of the evening was a male singer who we are a bit more familiar withhah!! I can tell that I was sitting in the front row and I was so proud of him! WoW!!”

@Jakeshears: @adamlambert OMG So glad you like!!! Appreciate the love. Did you get my email last night? Absolutely love the songs. NCOE is fantastic!💜❤

@Longineu: I was racially profiled in my own neighborhood-thrown in a cop car bc I was wearing a hoodie smh @wehocity didn’t Trayvon teach u anything?

@Longineu: Thnx all I’m good just shocked that he decided to use aggressive force to get me in the car.. the dude looked like the Rock!

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ACTION ITEMS

Gather – Adam Lambert Charity Auction to Benefit Foster Kids “Head’s up Adam Lambert fans—there is a new opportunity to own a piece of memorabilia and help foster kids at the same time. Portland’s Z100 has just announced an upcoming charity event, theSleep Country Foster Kids Pajama Bowl. People will bowl in their pajamas to raise money for local foster kids. How does Adam fit in? As part of the event, there is also an online auction which includes a guitar that he autographed…Haven’t had a chance to have anything signed by Adam Lambert yet? Then head over and bid on the guitar he signed at the online auction website. Not only could you win a cool collectible, but you will also be helping a great cause. Remember, the auction ends on April 13!“

Youth First Texas has ‘Trespassing’ on its wish list. Youth First Texas is the only organization serving the needs of the LGBTQA youth of North Texas, to provide a safe space for LGBTQ youth and their allied friends to strengthen opportunities for life skills, leadership development, peer support and educational advancement. You can gift the album to bring joy and inspiration to a young person struggling with their sexual identity or orientation.

We are mad for Adam’s style at the 2012 NewNowNext Awards! Gorgeous ramie jacket with unfinished edges, the simple chains, the bronze theme – hair highlights, jewelry and nail lacquer – the diaphanous fabric spilling out from under the jacket… Here are the Gareth Pugh trousers he’s wearing. And here’s the jacket, via style ninja @politicsislife.

Alice Lounge podcasts of Adam’s performance of “BTIKM,” “Cuckoo” and “Trespassings” are now available on iTunes. Downloads are free.

Lock and Handcuffs T-shirt from LambosessedWe love her original “One Nation Under Glam” designs! Lambosessed explains her design approach: “I aim for easily wearable designs instantly recognisable by fans as having a connection with Adam while retaining a subtlety that doesn’t require them to bear his name.”

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